It’s wonderful that individuals and companies are using the word “green” to describe their practices but what exactly does “green” mean? And what about “organic”, “natural”, “Eco-friendly”, etc.? Here’s a cheat sheet on what these “green” terms mean. There are other words for “going green”…
Can you believe the big day is just a month away? Does it seem like just yesterday you got engaged – or have you been counting down the days? Well, the time has come and now you need to tie up loose ends and finalize…
On April 22nd communities all over the world become a little more environmentally conscientious in recognition of Earth Day. Locally, we’ve noticed more and more of our customers in Indianapolis and the surrounding cities are trying to live a healthier life and be gentler on the…
Did you know that 90 percent of dust comes from people and fabric? We constantly shed tiny flakes of skin from our bodies and our clothes, bedding and households constantly shed barely visible fibers. These flakes and fibers settle on the surfaces of your home and float from…
It’s such a nice feeling when we no longer need to bundle up before leaving the house each day. Spring in the Midwest is so unpredictable, we never know when it will be the last day we’ll need our outerwear. We may hang them in…
If you’re planning a summer or fall wedding, you may be feeling the pinch to get quite a bit accomplished right now. Maybe you got a late start or maybe you’re ahead of schedule. Either way, here’s what Real Simple suggests you should be crossing off…
There is a reason many household cleaners have a “lemon scent”. It’s because lemons are pleasant and smell clean. But, other than smelling great, lemon juice is one of the best natural cleaners. Lemons are high in citric acid, have amazing antibacterial properties, and most…
This weekend is being called the St. Patrick’s Day Trifecta due to all the fun activities around town Friday – Sunday, March 17th. All the chit chat about where everyone will be celebrating this weekend prompted us to research why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day…
Do you have a few towels with what looks like “bleach stains”? What about discoloration under the arms, or on the collars and cuffs of your dress shirt? If you’re noticing spots, holes and fading on your clothing and linens, it could be from your clothing coming into contact…
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life but if your upcoming summer or fall wedding has you feeling overwhelmed, it could overshadow the joy. Use this list to help you slow down, and take it step by step. Here’s what Real Simple suggests you…